Case Manager

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION : SUMMARY OF POSITION

This case manager position will serve clients as part of Centerstone's Mobile Crisis team in Desoto County. This role will respond to crisis events in the local community and provide deescalation, wraparound support, and follow up services. This position will provide mental health, substance abuse and outreach services to individuals who may have a mental health and / or substance use disorder. This role will work with community partners and local stakeholders to provide comprehensive care. The Case Manager will meet with individuals in the office, hospital, and / or their own environment such as in the client's home, schools / work, etc. This role will ensure continuity of care with clients through case management services as well as link clients and their families to needed resources to help to improve their quality of life. A variety of clinical training opportunities are available based on program and interest.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports to work as scheduled on a daily basis and performs duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
• Provides individual and group mental health and substance use disorder case management services. Refers, advocates, and links client and family for additional services as identified.
• Provides supportive and educational counseling services (individual, family, and group) to develop daily living and coping skills. Assist clients with developing natural support systems.
• Transport clients in company vehicles to necessary appointments as needed.
• Responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating, and updating treatment plans with input from the client and family.
• Conduct clinical behavioral health assessments.
• Enters written documentation into Electronic Medical Record in a timely manner for all services rendered.
• Act as liaison and communicate collaboratively with local law enforcement, and local stakeholders to maintain coordination of the treatment process.
• Completes all required agency trainings to maintain 100% compliance.
• Maintains departmental productivity expectations.
• Additional training and / or certification may be required based on specific program guidelines.
• Completes all other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

Bachelor's degree required. Good organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to develop supportive relationships with persons with mental health and substance use disorders while maintaining appropriate therapeutic boundaries.

Certification / Licensure

Community-based program case managers, who either take crisis calls and / or home visits, must have a valid FL driver's license with a good driving record and current auto insurance.

Time Type : Full time

Pay Range : $16.50 $23.10

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy :

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.